IT Sec News updates – Phishing Attacks

March 17, 2024
NEWS

Email is still the #1 attack vector the bad guys use. A whopping 91% of cyberattacks start with a phishing email, but email hacking is much more …

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Google Chrome has been protecting users from malicious websites and files with Safe Browsing, which maintains a locally-stored list updated.

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Helpdesk-based phishing works the other way too. Researchers continue to see cases of helpdesk staff being imitated by attackers to phish other …

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Google enhances its Safe Browsing feature to provide real-time protection, aiming to block an additional 25% of phishing attempts.

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The main accused, Ryan Kallol Shahdas, orchestrated the fraud by speaking on call to the victim in a foreign accent · The gang used illegally obtained …

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In the first two months of 2024, at least 419 victims have fallen prey to fake buyer phishing scams. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Hackers employ diverse strategies to infiltrate business and personal computer systems, with phishing emails being a prevalent tactic. These …

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Deceptive practices like money mule schemes, phishing tactics, stranded ploys and urgency cons are growingly sophisticated; aimed at requesting …

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In the meantime, Viber users should exercise caution and change their passwords, be cautious of phishing attempts, and stay informed about any …

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CALIFORNIA: Google Chrome is set to introduce “real-time phishing protection”, a new feature to its 'Safe Browsing' technology.

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